Speed Cameras to Protect NYC Students

Monitoring devices will be installed near public schools across five boroughs.

The Photo Album

Bill Thompson Sr. to Mediate SUNY, LICH Fight

Staff and hospital operator in midst of struggle over plan to close local medical facility.

Community Update

5 Things: Celebrate Brooklyn! and DanceFest India

Plus a free tweens songwriting class, gender-bending Shakespeare, a bone marrow drive for an NYPD officer and more.

This Week's Good News, June 24 - 28

Uplifting stories from Brooklyn Patch.

Community Update

Garden Of The Day: 631 Westminster Rd.

5 Best Public Pools in Brooklyn

Did you know that all NYC pools are free? Here's where to go swimming near Ditmas Park, without spending a dime.

Photo Of The Day: Newkirk Avenue Cottages

Arts in Dialogue - Photography Workshops

Arts in Dialogue - Photography Workshops

Arts in Dialogue - Photography Workshops

5 Things: Free Pilates, Indie, Americana and Rock

Brooklyn events you won't want to miss.

Williams, Lander Take Victory Lap with Rev. Sharpton

Council members discuss next steps for Community Safety Act after Wednesday night's vote.

Council Votes to Increase NYPD Oversight, Crossing Bloomberg

Both bills have the necessary votes — for now — to overcome any mayoral veto.

Brooklyn teacher using new educational software

awesome babysitter available

Racquetball Anyone?

5 Things: BAM Pride Party and a Bone Marrow Registry Drive

Plus comedy at Bell House, the New Orleans’ Stooges Brass Band and today's alternate side info.

Anthony Weiner Takes the Lead

Anti-Racial Profiling Bill Could Lead to Security Breach, Lawsuits, NYPD Head Says

The bill’s co-sponsors, Jumaane Williams, D-Flatbush, and Brad Lander, D-Park Slope, call Police Commissioner Ray Kelly's claims absurd.

DOMA Ruled Unconstitutional - Do You Agree?

Share your take on the Supreme Court's landmark decision for gay rights.

Henrik Lundqvist Hockey ProCamp

Supreme Court's Gay Marriage Decision Cheered on Twitter

Area pols also praise the court's 5-4 vote to overturn the Defense of Marriage Act, aka DOMA.

Experienced Cat Sitter

JOIN THE 2013 AMERICAN LIVER FOUNDATION’S ING NEW YORK MARATHON TEAM

5 Things: Bubble Tea History and Seductive Vocals

Plus bluesy, indie pop at The Way Station, and a discussion with Created in Brooklyn artists and today's alternate side info.

Con Ed Asks Ditmas Park to Save on Power

Residents asked to avoid using washers, dryers, air conditioners and to turn off lights and televisions while they repair equipment.

Summer in the City: Safety Tips for Parents

Ditmas Park Mango Report

Photo Of The Day: Evergreen Flowers

Visions For Vacancies: Newkirk Plaza

Prospect Lefferts Gardens Man Reported Missing

Jason Aaron was last seen at his home on Flatbush Avenue.

PreK spot for little boy

POLICE ATHLETIC LEAGUE KICKS OFF SUMMER PLAYSTREETS PROGRAM SERVING BROOKLYN NEIGHBORHOODS

Sandy Blows Away Subway Rankings For 2013

Girl Punched 'Numerous Times' During Subway Robbery

Police are looking for help to identify a suspect in the mugging, which took pace at the Church Avenue Q/B station during the morning rush hour.

5 Things: Free Theater-Making Workshop and '80s Meets Bluegrass

Plus free comedy at The Rock Shop, a women's power tool workshop and today's alternate side info.

Gotham Chamber Opera Performs at Brooklyn Botanic Garden

La Hija de Rappaccini is the first opera ever staged at the garden. Performance begins tonight at 7 p.m.